{"id":38811,"date":"2025-02-28T22:44:27","date_gmt":"2025-02-28T21:44:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/?p=38811"},"modified":"2026-08-11T21:23:27","modified_gmt":"2026-08-11T19:23:27","slug":"hypnosis-for-selective-mutism-in-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/hypnose-mutisme-selectif-chez-lenfant\/","title":{"rendered":"Hypnosis for SELECTIVE MUTISM in Children"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hypnose-pour-le-Mutisme-Selectif-chez-lEnfant-500.jpg\" width=\"889\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hypnose-pour-le-Mutisme-Selectif-chez-lEnfant-500.jpg 889w, https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hypnose-pour-le-Mutisme-Selectif-chez-lEnfant-500-480x270.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 889px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-38814\" alt=\"Hypnosis for Selective Mutism in Children\" title=\"Hypnosis for Selective Mutism in Children\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h1>Hypnosis for Selective Mutism in Children<\/h1>\n<p><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span><strong><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Selective mutism affects many children,<\/strong> preventing them from speaking in certain social situations, despite having intact language skills.<br \/>This issue related to social anxiety in children can be a major source of concern for parents and a real obstacle to the child\u2019s development.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Therapeutic hypnosis can be a gentle and effective approach<\/strong> to help children overcome this barrier and feel more comfortable speaking up.<\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_pb_row_1-4_3-4 et_block_row et_block_row_1-4_3-4\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Mutisme-1-300.jpg\" width=\"301\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Mutisme-1-300.jpg 301w, https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Mutisme-1-300-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 301px) 100vw, 301px\" class=\"wp-image-38816\" alt=\"Hypnosis for Selective Mutism in Children\" title=\"Hypnosis for Selective Mutism in Children\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Contents\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/hypnose-mutisme-selectif-chez-lenfant\/#Quest-ce-que-le-Mutisme-Selectif-chez-lEnfant\" >What Is Selective Mutism in Children?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/hypnose-mutisme-selectif-chez-lenfant\/#Le-Mutisme-Selectif-chez-lEnfant\" >Selective Mutism in Children<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/hypnose-mutisme-selectif-chez-lenfant\/#Quest-ce-qui-provoque-le-Mutisme-Selectif\" >What causes selective mutism?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/hypnose-mutisme-selectif-chez-lenfant\/#Quelques-cas-Typiques-de-Mutisme-Selectif-chez-les-Enfants\" >Some Typical Cases of Selective Mutism in Children<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/hypnose-mutisme-selectif-chez-lenfant\/#LHypnose-comme-approche-pour-le-mutisme-selectif-chez-lenfant\" >Hypnosis as an Approach to Selective Mutism in Children<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/hypnose-mutisme-selectif-chez-lenfant\/#Cas-Client-Felix-9-ans\" >Case Study: Felix, Age 9<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/hypnose-mutisme-selectif-chez-lenfant\/#Quelques-techniques-utilisees-en-Hypnose-pour-le-mutisme-selectif-chez-lenfant\" >Some Techniques Used in Hypnosis to Treat Selective Mutism in Children<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/hypnose-mutisme-selectif-chez-lenfant\/#Comment-se-deroule-une-Seance-dHypnose-pour-Enfants\" >What Happens During a Hypnosis Session for Children?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/hypnose-mutisme-selectif-chez-lenfant\/#Votre-enfant-souffre-de-mutisme-selectif\" >Does your child have selective mutism?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/hypnose-mutisme-selectif-chez-lenfant\/#Decouvrez-lequipe-de-Solutions-Hypnose-travaillant-avec-les-Enfants\" >Meet the Solutions Hypnose team that works with children<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quest-ce-que-le-Mutisme-Selectif-chez-lEnfant\"><\/span>What Is Selective Mutism in Children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Selective mutism is an anxiety disorder characterized by <strong>a persistent inability to speak in certain social situations<\/strong> (for example, at school or with strangers), even though the person is able to speak normally in other situations, such as at home or with close friends and family.<\/p>\n<p><strong>People with selective mutism do not intentionally refuse to speak, but their silence is often a response to intense anxiety.<\/strong> This disorder is often linked to a form of social anxiety, in which the child or adult feels paralyzed by the fear of being evaluated or judged by others.<\/p>\n<blockquote><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Le-Mutisme-Selectif-chez-lEnfant\"><\/span>Selective Mutism in Children<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Selective mutism is generally observed in children and can lead to significant difficulties in social and academic interactions.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>This problem is often overlooked because it is not very noticeable. <\/strong>In fact, the child's behavior is not disruptive. However, these children are at risk of developing social, language, and academic delays if no one supports them or helps them overcome their social anxiety.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, because this issue is relatively rare, teachers and parents are not always sufficiently informed to support the child and respond appropriately.<\/p>\n<p>Selective mutism in children generally begins before the age of 5, and there are usually two peaks in the incidence of the condition\u2014around age 3 and around age 6\u2014often linked to the change in environment associated with starting school.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Common signs of selective mutism in children:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Excessive shyness, fear of being embarrassed in public, isolation, and social withdrawal,<\/li>\n<li>Excessive attachment to parents<\/li>\n<li>Compulsive behaviors<\/li>\n<li>Temper tantrums and defiant behavior, especially at home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quest-ce-qui-provoque-le-Mutisme-Selectif\"><\/span>What causes selective mutism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>The causes of selective mutism are complex and may overlap:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Anxiety, Social Phobia<\/li>\n<li>Separation anxiety associated with a close, symbiotic relationship with one or both parents<\/li>\n<li>A change in environment or language due to a move or immigration<\/li>\n<li>The use of confrontational, cryptic, or \u00absynpraxic\u00bb communication (nonverbal communication focused on gestures and body language) at home<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #e06a56;\"><em>If you think selective mutism may be related to trauma or a difficult social or family environment, it is important to consult with a child psychologist or social worker.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_0_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_0 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/hypnosis-for-selective-mutism-in-children\/#Enfants\" target=\"_blank\" data-icon=\"=\">Schedule an Appointment for Selective Mutism in Children<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_pb_row_1-4_3-4 et_block_row et_block_row_1-4_3-4\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_2 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Mutisme-3-300.jpg\" width=\"301\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Mutisme-3-300.jpg 301w, https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Mutisme-3-300-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 301px) 100vw, 301px\" class=\"wp-image-38817\" alt=\"Hypnosis for Selective Mutism in Children\" title=\"Hypnosis for Selective Mutism in Children\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quelques-cas-Typiques-de-Mutisme-Selectif-chez-les-Enfants\"><\/span>Some Typical Cases of Selective Mutism in Children<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Selective mutism can manifest itself in different ways depending on the child.<\/p>\n<p>Here are a few common examples:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Selective Mutism at School:<br \/><\/strong>The child is quiet at school but expressive with his family. He is able to speak freely with his loved ones but freezes up completely in class. He avoids eye contact with teachers, remains impassive when others speak to him, and may even seem completely absent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The child who talks only to a few classmates<br \/><\/strong>The child has one or two friends with whom he or she talks, but remains silent around teachers or other students. He or she sometimes whispers quietly to a trusted friend but refuses to speak directly to adults.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The child who doesn't speak at all outside the home<br \/><\/strong>The child remains completely silent outside the home, whether at school, with extended family, or in public places. He or she may seem frozen, tense, and avoid social situations, and may sometimes cry when told to speak.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A child who speaks only under very specific circumstances<br \/><\/strong>The child will speak only under certain conditions (for example, alone with a parent in a closed room or in a specific setting), but as soon as something changes (another person is present, a new situation arises), the child freezes up and stops speaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_5 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LHypnose-comme-approche-pour-le-mutisme-selectif-chez-lenfant\"><\/span>Hypnosis as an Approach to Selective Mutism in Children<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Therapeutic hypnosis helps bypass conscious resistance and work with the unconscious mind\u2014where fears and self-doubt reside\u2014to help reduce anxiety and build self-confidence.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hypnosis is particularly effective with children because it draws on their imagination, play, and relaxation.<\/strong> <br \/>In addition, hypnosis respects the child\u2019s own pace, gently helping them to gradually try out new behaviors.<\/p>\n<h3>The goals of hypnosis therapy for selective mutism in children:<\/h3>\n<p>1<sup>era<\/sup> The first step, of course, is to build a relationship of trust between the child and the hypnotherapist.<br \/><em>By clearly explaining what will happen and making sure the child agrees to seek medical advice.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Next, therapeutic hypnosis for selective mutism in children generally focuses on four main areas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Reducing Anxiety<\/strong> and change how we perceive certain anxiety-inducing situations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Building Self-Esteem<\/strong> and self-confidence in social situations<\/li>\n<li><strong>Encourage gradual communication,<\/strong> First in whispers, then out loud in situations that might seem anxiety-inducing at first glance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Empowering Parents<\/strong> so that they can continue the work at home and support their child's progress.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_1_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_1 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/hypnosis-for-selective-mutism-in-children\/#Enfants\" target=\"_blank\" data-icon=\"=\">Video Consultations with Children Ages 6 and Up<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_6 et_pb_row et_pb_row_1-4_3-4 et_block_row et_block_row_1-4_3-4\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_8 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_3 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Mutisme-2-300.jpg\" width=\"301\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Mutisme-2-300.jpg 301w, https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Mutisme-2-300-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 301px) 100vw, 301px\" class=\"wp-image-38818\" alt=\"Hypnosis for Selective Mutism in Children\" title=\"Hypnosis for Selective Mutism in Children\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_9 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cas-Client-Felix-9-ans\"><\/span><em><strong>Case Study: Felix, Age 9<\/strong><\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><em><strong>F\u00e9lix, 9, has had selective mutism since he was 4.<\/strong><br \/>This is evident in the school setting\u2014where he speaks neither to the teacher nor to the other students\u2014and in his social interactions more generally: he generally communicates only at home or in very familiar settings, avoiding speaking in the presence of people he doesn\u2019t know or in social situations outside the family context.<br \/><\/em><em><strong>The week following the 1st<sup>era<\/sup> During class, F\u00e9lix surprised his mother by speaking to her in front of other adults at school,<\/strong> and even ordered a dish for himself at the restaurant.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_7 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_10 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quelques-techniques-utilisees-en-Hypnose-pour-le-mutisme-selectif-chez-lenfant\"><\/span>Some Techniques Used in Hypnosis to Treat Selective Mutism in Children<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Every child is different, but here are a few techniques we could use if it seems appropriate:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Deep Relaxation<\/strong> to reduce overall anxiety and ease internal tension.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Safety Anchor<\/strong>, for example, a subtle gesture (such as pressing a finger against the palm of your hand) to trigger a \"bubble of courage\" and calm yourself before speaking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gradual Desensitization<\/strong> where he mentally practices communication scenarios of increasing complexity. For example, he is guided through visualization exercises in which he begins by talking to himself in his room, then to a friend, and then gradually to a larger group...<\/li>\n<li><strong>Making Social Interactions Less Stressful<\/strong> through visualizations in which the child sees themselves successfully interacting with others without stress or imagines speaking in class with confidence<\/li>\n<li><strong>Therapeutic metaphors: <\/strong>For example, by imagining yourself in a story where a shy character finds the strength to talk to other characters and lets their voice be heard, while experiencing the positive feelings associated with that (joy, pride, relief).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Role-Playing Games <\/strong>For example, using stuffed animals, puppets, and drawings to help the child gradually express themselves without feeling pressured.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_8 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_11 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_2_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_2 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/hypnosis-for-selective-mutism-in-children\/#Enfants\" target=\"_blank\" data-icon=\"=\">To have your child receive hypnosis therapy for selective mutism <\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_7 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comment-se-deroule-une-Seance-dHypnose-pour-Enfants\"><\/span>What Happens During a Hypnosis Session for Children?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Before the therapeutic hypnosis session:<br \/><\/strong>We usually have an initial conversation with at least one of the parents over the phone to make sure we're the right resource for them.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong><em>It is important for the child to be willing to participate in the process.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Even if your child doesn't necessarily understand what hypnosis is, you can show them a photo or video introducing the hypnotherapist on our team to spark their interest in meeting this person who tells stories that are a little bit magical. <\/em><em>\ud83d\ude42<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Often, just the word \u201chypnosis\u201d piques their curiosity, and they can\u2019t wait!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>The Hypnosis Session for Children:<br \/><\/strong>At the beginning of the meeting, the three of us\u2014the parent who is present and the child\u2014talk together.<br \/>After that, the session itself usually takes place with just the child.<br \/>At the end of the session, we have a quick debrief with the parent, but if everything goes well, we don\u2019t go into detail\u2014the child likes to keep that to themselves and will talk about it later when they feel like it.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"color: #e06a56;\"><strong><em>Are you worried about what happens during your child's session?<br \/><\/em><\/strong><\/span><em><span style=\"color: #e06a56;\">Feel free to discuss this with your hypnotherapist.<\/span><br \/><span style=\"color: #e06a56;\">For example, some members of Solutions Hypnose will offer you a video monitor (with the sound turned off) so you can watch the session from the waiting room.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_9 et_pb_row et_block_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_12 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_8 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Votre-enfant-souffre-de-mutisme-selectif\"><\/span>Does your child have selective mutism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Therapeutic hypnosis offers a gentle and respectful approach to help him overcome his anxiety and regain the freedom to express himself.<\/strong><br \/>Every child develops at their own pace, gradually learning to speak more freely and confidently.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The entire team of hypnotherapists at Solutions Hypnose who work with children\u2014in Quebec, France, and via video\u2014is here to support you.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Schedule an appointment now to create the life you want through hypnosis!<\/p>\n<p>See you soon.<\/p>\n<h3>The Hypnosis Solutions Team<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section\" id=\"Enfants\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_10 et_pb_row et_block_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_13 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_9 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decouvrez-lequipe-de-Solutions-Hypnose-travaillant-avec-les-Enfants\"><\/span>Meet the Solutions Hypnose team that works with children<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Meet our team specializing in pediatric hypnosis\u2014hypnosis for children and adolescents.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Note: Your child needs to be willing to go through with this. You can show them a photo and\/or introductory video of the hypnotherapist you\u2019ve chosen so they can decide if they\u2019d like to meet this person who tells stories that are a little bit magical \ud83d\ude42<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Our team has offices in Quebec and France.<\/strong><br \/>If you can't find a hypnotherapist near you, most of our team members offer video sessions <span>\ud83d\udcbb and the<\/span>Video consultations often go very well, but it depends on the child's age.<br \/>We suggest that you contact the hypnotherapist you are interested in to make sure that all the necessary conditions are in place for an effective session with your child.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hypnosis for Children: To Help Children Grow Up Healthier!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_11 et_pb_row et_block_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_14 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\"><div class=\"et_pb_accordion_0 et_pb_accordion et_pb_module et_block_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_0 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_open et_block_module\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Our Team in Quebec Specializing in Hypnotherapy for Children<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Click on the photos to view each partner's profile.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hypnosequebec.ca\/marjorie-gilbert-hypnose-lachute-laurentides\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Contact-MG-200.png\" width=\"131\" height=\"115\" alt=\"Marjorie Gilbert - Hypnosis in Lachute, Laurentides\" class=\"wp-image-42000 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hypnosequebec.ca\/rachelle-letarte-hypnose-saint-jerome-laurentides\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Contact-RAL-200.png\" width=\"131\" height=\"115\" alt=\"Rachelle Letarte - Hypnosis in Saint-J\u00e9r\u00f4me - Laurentians\" class=\"wp-image-42002 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/hypnosequebec.ca\/sandra-djina-ravalia-hypnose-sainte-therese-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Contact-SDR-200.png\" width=\"130\" height=\"115\" alt=\"Sandra Djina Ravalia \u2013 Hypnosis in Laval and Sainte-Th\u00e9r\u00e8se, and via Video\" class=\"wp-image-42004 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/a>\u00a0<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hypnosequebec.ca\/sabine-chapuis-hypnose-montreal-ville-mont-royal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Contact-SC-200.png\" width=\"129\" height=\"115\" alt=\"Sabine Chapuis - Hypnosis in Montreal, Mont Royal, and via Video\" class=\"wp-image-42005 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/a>\u00a0<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hypnosequebec.ca\/daby-toure-hypnose-humaniste-montreal-plateau\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Contact-DT-200.png\" width=\"130\" height=\"115\" alt=\"Daby Tour\u00e9 - Hypnosis in Montreal (Plateau) and via Video\" class=\"wp-image-42007 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/a>\u00a0<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hypnosequebec.ca\/jean-marie-balestrat-hypnose-montreal-pnl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Contact-JMB-200.png\" width=\"129\" height=\"115\" alt=\"Jean-Marie Balestrat - Hypnosis in Montreal, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, and via Video\" class=\"wp-image-42008 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/a>\u00a0<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hypnosequebec.ca\/rejeanne-leblanc-hypnose-la-prairie-rive-sud-pnl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Contact-REL-200.png\" width=\"129\" height=\"115\" alt=\"R\u00e9jeanne LeBlanc - Hypnosis at La Prairie and via Video\" class=\"wp-image-42010 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/hypnosequebec.ca\/christian-rocher-hypnose-beloeil-monteregie-pnl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Contact-CR-200.png\" width=\"130\" height=\"115\" alt=\"Christian Rocher - Hypnosis in Beloeil and via Video\" class=\"wp-image-42012 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/a><span> <\/span>\u00a0<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hypnosequebec.ca\/nassim-zafar-hypnose-ville-de-quebec-coaching-pnl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Contact-NZ-200.png\" width=\"129\" height=\"115\" alt=\"Nassim Zafar - Hypnosis in Quebec and via Video\" class=\"wp-image-42015 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.fr\/patricia-jouannet-hypnose-montpellier-saint-gilles-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: xx-small;\"><em>Laurentians, Lachute, Saint-J\u00e9r\u00f4me, Sainte-Th\u00e9r\u00e8se - Laval - Montreal - Mont\u00e9r\u00e9gie, La Prairie - Quebec City<\/em><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_accordion_item_1 et_pb_accordion_item et_pb_toggle et_pb_module et_pb_toggle_close et_block_module\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Our Team in France Specializing in Hypnotherapy for Children<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content\"><p>Click on the photos to view each partner's profile.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.fr\/emmanuelle-sardou-hypnose-paris-11-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Contact-ES-200.png\" width=\"129\" height=\"115\" alt=\"Emmanuelle Sardou - Hypnosis in Paris&#039;s 11th Arrondissement and via Video\" class=\"wp-image-42020 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.fr\/patricia-jouannet-hypnose-montpellier-saint-gilles-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0 <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.fr\/charlotte-de-joybert-hypnose-therapeutique-brunoy-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Contact-CdJ-200.png\" width=\"130\" height=\"115\" alt=\"Charlotte de Joybert - Hypnosis in Brunoy (91) and via Video\" class=\"wp-image-42021 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.fr\/patricia-jouannet-hypnose-montpellier-saint-gilles-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0 <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.fr\/julie-bouchonville-hypnose-lille-marquette\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Contact-JB-200.png\" width=\"131\" height=\"115\" alt=\"Julie Bouchonville - Hypnosis in Lille and Marquette, and via Video\" class=\"wp-image-42022 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.fr\/patricia-jouannet-hypnose-montpellier-saint-gilles-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> \u00a0 <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.fr\/lavielle-hypnose-strasbourg-saverne-coaching\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Contact-AGL-200.png\" width=\"129\" height=\"115\" alt=\"Anne-G\u00e9raldine Lavielle - Hypnosis in Saverne and Strasbourg (67) and via Video\" class=\"wp-image-42023 alignnone size-full\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.fr\/patricia-jouannet-hypnose-montpellier-saint-gilles-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0 <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.fr\/patricia-jouannet-hypnose-montpellier-saint-gilles-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: small;\"><em>Paris - Brunoy 91 - Lille 59 - Strasbourg 67 - Saverne<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":38812,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,220],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-38811","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-articles-blogue","category-enfants"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38811","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=38811"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38811\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":43505,"href":"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38811\/revisions\/43505"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/38812"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=38811"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=38811"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/solutionshypnose.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=38811"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}